Leica M10 vs Leica SL

Following is a detailed overview of the Leica M10 versus Leica SL, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both are produced by Leica. The image resolution of the M10 (24MP) and the SL (24MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The M10 was revealed 16 months after the SL making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Leica M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Leica SL being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the M10 grades vs the SL when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M10 and Leica SL. The full galleries are available at Leica M10 Gallery and Leica SL Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica M10 enjoys external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Leica SL has dimensions of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the M10 compared to the SL.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the M10 and SL is 75 and 67 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The image below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M10 and SL.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent M10 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.